Description
A quick and cozy apple pie jam that captures the warm flavors of fall with cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of lemon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups apples, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 pack fruit pectin
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine the peeled, chopped apples, sugar, lemon juice, water, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir to coat the apple pieces evenly.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring often until the sugar dissolves and the apples begin to soften, about 8–10 minutes. Mash a few pieces with a spoon if you prefer a smoother jam.
- Stir in the fruit pectin, then bring the pot to a full, rapid boil. Keep stirring constantly and boil for 1–2 minutes exactly.
- Let the jam cool slightly for a few minutes, then pour into sterilized jars and seal. If storing for shelf stability, process jars in a boiling water bath for 5–10 minutes.
Notes
Use firm apples like Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala for good texture. Adjust spices to taste and strive for even chopping to ensure uniform cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0.1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0.8g
- Protein: 0.4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg